Quick Facts
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Apr, Sep
Tuition Fees
RM60,650
Course Highlights
- The start to a great career in Biotechnology in the areas of industry, medicine and environmental research
- Gain knowledge on biology, chemistry, bioprocess engineering, plant and animal biotechnology, statistics, genetics, genetic engineering, immunology, cellular and molecular biology, Recombinant DNA technology and more
- Career opportunities include academician, scientist, expert in industries, quality analyst, product specialist, entrepreneur and so on in biotechnology and allied fields
- Future proof yourself through an education beyond classroom and textbooks
Course Structure
Semester 1:
- Basic Chemistry
- Biostatistics for Biotechnologist
- Biophysics and Instrumentation
- English for Academic Purpose
- Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (TITAS)
- Malaysian Studies for International Students
- Introduction to Biotechnology
- Developmental Biology
Semester 2:
- Cell Structure and Dynamics
- Genetics
- Basic Microbiology
- English for Academic Writing
- Hubungan Ethnik
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 for International Students
- Bioprocessing
- Cell and Tissue Culture
Semester 3:
- Plant Biotechnology
- Biochemistry
- Genomics and Proteomics
- Animal Breeding
- Youth Development
- Microbial Biotechnology
- Elective I
Semester 4:
- Molecular Diagnosis
- Bio Techniques
- Immunology & Immunotechnology
- Research Methodology
- Molecular Biology
- Elective II
- IPR, Biosafety and Bio-Ethics
Short-Sem:
- Industrial Training
Semester 5:
- Entrepreneurship Development (MPU 2)
- Nano Biotechnology/Drug Delivery
- Recombinant DNA Technology
- Research Project I
- Elective III
Semester 6:
- Bioinformatics for Biologist
- Personal & Professional Development
- Research Project II
- Community Service
- Elective IV
- Elective V
Medical Biotechnology:
Elective I/Elective II:
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Human Molecular Genetics
- Self-Study and Review in Medical Biotechnology
Elective III/Elective IV/Elective V:
- Molecular Therapeutics
- Applications and Advancements of Medical Biotechnology
- Stem Cell Technology
- Recent Topics in Medical Biotechnology
Agricultural Biotechnology:
Elective I/Elective II:
- Plant Tissue Culture Techniques
- Plant Molecular Biology and Plant Genetic Engineering
- Self-Study and Review in Agricultural Biotechnology
Elective III/Elective IV/Elective V:
- Advancements in Plant Biotechnology
- Bio Fertilizers and Bio Pesticides
- Genetically Modified Plants
- Recent Topics in Agricultural Biotechnology
Animal Biotechnology:
Elective I/Elective II:
- Animal Tissue Culture Technology
- Animal Genetic Engineering
- Self-Study and Review in Animal Biotechnology
Elective III/Elective IV/Elective V:
- Advancements in Animal Biotechnology
- Aquatic Biotechnology
- Genetically Modified Animals
- Recent Topics in Animal Biotechnology
Industrial Biotechnology:
Elective I/Elective II:
- Bioprocess & Biochemical Engineering
- Food Processing and Preservation
- Self-Study and Review in Industrial Biotechnology
Elective III/Elective IV/Elective V:
- Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
- Enzymology and Enzyme Technology
- Beverages and Alcohols
- Recent Topics in Industrial Biotechnology
Environmental Biotechnology:
Elective I/Elective II:
- Biodegradation and Bioremediation
- Biomass and Bio Products
- Self-Study and Review in Environmental Biotechnology
Elective III/Elective IV/Elective V:
- Advancements in Environmental Biotechnology
- Molecular Ecology
- Bio-energy and Biotransformation
- Recent Topics in Environmental Biotechnology
Entry Requirements
- STPM:
- Pass with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects, or its equivalent; AND
- Possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
- STAM:
- Pass with a minimum grade of Jayyid, or its equivalent; AND
- Possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent; OR
- Matriculation/Foundation:
- Minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent, AND
- Possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent; OR
- Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in a related field:
- Minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.
Note: The credit requirement at SPM level for candidate in categories above can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM/STAM/Diploma/Matriculation/Foundation level are equivalent/higher.
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM0
Tuition fees
RM72,660
RM60,650
Other miscellaneous fees
RM9,050
Discounts & scholarships
-RM800
Total payable amount
RM68,900
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Scholarships
MAHSA University
Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor
Haji Abdullah's Elite Scholars (HABES) Program
Amount
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Bachelor's Degree
MAHSA University
Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor
Athletic Excellence Award (AEA)
Amount
Up to 50% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree
MAHSA University
Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor
Amount
RM4,000 tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, PhD by Research, PhD by Coursework, Master's Degree by Coursework, Master's Degree by Research
MAHSA University
Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor
Amount
RM4,000 tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, PhD by Research, PhD by Coursework, Master's Degree by Coursework, Master's Degree by Research
MAHSA University
Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor
Amount
RM4,000 tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, PhD by Research, PhD by Coursework, Master's Degree by Coursework, Master's Degree by Research
MAHSA University
Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor
Amount
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree
MAHSA University
Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor
Staff Enhancement & Educational Development (SEED) Fund
Amount
Tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, PhD by Research, PhD by Coursework, Master's Degree by Coursework, Master's Degree by Research
MAHSA University
Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor
The Bandar Saujana Putra Scholarship
Amount
Tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Certificate, Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree
MAHSA University
Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor
Amount
Tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Certificate, Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree
MAHSA University
Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor
Continuing Education Scholarship
Amount
Tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Diploma, Bachelor's Degree
MAHSA University
Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor
Amount
Tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Certificate, Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree